2006 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Porsche 914 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 914 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |